News - French cinema

08/02/2012 - CULTURE

'Zarafa': the tale of French giraffe mania

We're discussing the eternal appeal of pole dancing as strip club flick "Go Go Tales" is finally released in France. Then for a more family friendly film: "Zarafa" is a terrific animation about the first giraffe to reach France. Finally, cinema for the eco-friendly with the 29th edition of the International Environmental Film Festival.

07/02/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

Claude Guéant, the man behind the controversy

French Interior minister Claude Guéant has sparked controversy yet again with his recent comment that "not all civilisations are of equal value". Meanwhile, in these times of austerity, French taxpayers want to know where their money is going. Left-wing MP René Dosière has made it his mission to find out. Finally, racy posters for Jean Dujardin’s latest film have just been banned in France. There are fears that the scandal could derail the actor’s Oscar hopes.

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04/02/2012 - CINEMA

Berlin Film Festival competition dips into the past

This year’s selection at the Berlin International Film Festival spans genres and geography, but features a large number of movies that look backward to various periods of history. UK director Mike Leigh (pictured) will serve as jury chair.

03/02/2012 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

The media's love affair with cold weather

MEDIAWATCH FRANCE, Friday, 3/2/2012: The media loves cold weather spells! We take a look at the French media's coverage of the current cold snap. Also, did President Sarkozy's staff "stage manage" a recent visit to a building site? Finally, we look at controversial advertising campaigns: is having your ad banned actually better for publicity?

03/02/2012 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

'A black day for football'

INTERNATIONAL PAPERS, Fri. 03/02/11, Papers across the world comment on the ongoing violence in Egypt. According to The Guardian, "disorder is a symptom of Egypt’s uncertain times". Meanwhile, according to an article in the Washington Post, Israel could be on the verge of attacking Iran. Finally, Gulf News says Russia resisting a UN resolution on Syria because it wants to defend its interests in the Middle East, namely with respect to Turkey.

30/01/2012 - CINEMA

Hazanavicius takes Directors Guild honour for 'The Artist'

French filmmaker Michel Hazanavicius took the top award from the Directors Guild of America for "The Artist" on Saturday, beating out Woody Allen for "Midnight in Paris" and Martin Scorsese for "Hugo".

25/01/2012 - CULTURE

'The Artist': a worthy Oscar contender

We're giving you our verdict on the recent Oscars nominations. Michel Hazanavicius's silent flick "The Artist" is a worthy contender not to be missed. Our next pick of the week is David Schwimmer's "Trust", an unnerving film about the impact an internet predator has on a family. Plus, the Clermont-Ferrand festival proves short films can still be masterpieces.

25/01/2012 - CINEMA

The Artist at the Oscars – a triumph for silent film and relentless campaigning

French silent film "The Artist" was nominated for 10 Academy Awards on Tuesday, including best picture and best director. The nominations are a coup for French film, silent cinema and masterful marketing by a seasoned American Oscar campaigner.

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24/01/2012 - ACADEMY AWARDS

'The Artist' earns 10 nods as Oscar nominees named

French silent film "The Artist" was nominated for 10 Academy Awards on Tuesday, including best picture and a best actor nomination for Jean Dujardin. The Oscar winners will be announced at a gala ceremony in Los Angeles on February 26.

20/01/2012 - CULTURE

Gareth Pugh: avant-garde made in Britain

In today’s show: he’s dressed Kylie, Marilyn Manson and Beyoncé - Britain's most exciting fashion designer, Gareth Pugh, talks to Eve Jackson. Also more on Jean Dujardin, the French hottie tipped for an Oscar and Weegee, the photographer who made blood and guts an art form.

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